Language: French
The book is the fifth volume in a series of books about the fortified position of Liege, Belgium. This volume describes the 8 forts that were modernised after World War One.
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The fortified position of Liege - Volume 5: the modernised forts
The fortified position of Liege - Volume 5: the modernised forts
The fortified position of Liege - Volume 5: the modernised forts
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The book is the fifth volume in a series of books about the fortified position of Liege, Belgium. This volume describes the 8 forts, originally built in the 19th century, that were modernised after the experiences of World War One - the forts of Pontisse, Barchon, Evegnée, Fléron, Chaudfontaine, Embourg, Boncelles and Flémalle. In the book the forts are described in detail - their original design as well as the modernisations of the Interbellum. It gives a huge amount of information on architectural details, armament, equipment, optics, weaponry etc. The book is written in French entirely and is illustrated with HUNDREDS of photos, plans, drawings and maps. |
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| Original title | La Position fortifiée de Liege - Tome 5: Les forts de la meuse modernisés |
| Author | Coenen, E. & Vernier, F. |
| Languages | French |
| Subject | CF - Modern fortifications - 20th century |
| Period | 19th and 20th century |
| Location | Liege, Belgium |
| Categories | Photobooks, Textual books, Antiquarian books, Drawings, Plans and maps |
